Takaichi Seeks Landslide Win in Japan's Rare Winter Election Amid Snowfall

• Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's conservative coalition is projected to win around 300 of 465 lower house seats.
• A win of 310 seats would allow Takaichi's coalition to override the upper chamber.
• Takaichi, 64, is riding a 'sanakatsu' wave of popularity, especially among younger voters, with over 90% support from under-30s.
• She has vowed to suspend the 8% sales tax on food for two years and accelerated military spending.
• Record snowfall across parts of Japan, including up to 70 cm in northern regions, could impact voter turnout.